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gun carriage

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun gun carriage has 1 sense
  1. gun carriage - a framework on which a gun is mounted for firing
    --1 is a kind of
    framework, frame, framing
    --1 has particulars: barbette carriage

Definitions from the Web

Gun Carriage

Description:

A gun carriage is a wheeled carriage specifically designed to carry and transport a gun, artillery piece, or cannon. It provides support and stability for the gun during transportation and positioning for firing.

Senses:

Sense 1:

(Noun) - A wheeled platform or carriage designed to transport heavy artillery and cannons.

Example Sentence: The soldiers efficiently loaded the cannon onto the gun carriage before moving it to the battlefield.

Sense 2:

(Noun) - For historical purposes, a decorative or ceremonial carriage used to transport antique or ornamental firearms.

Example Sentence: The beautifully crafted gun carriage showcased the vintage muskets during the historical parade.

Sense 3:

(Noun) - In shipbuilding, the structure or area where a naval gun is installed or mounted on a warship.

Example Sentence: The gun carriage on the battleship provided a stable platform for the powerful naval cannons.

Sense 4:

(Noun) - A movable part of a rifle or machine gun that houses the barrel and action during transportation.

Example Sentence: The soldier swiftly disassembled the gun carriage of the machine gun to carry it over rough terrain more easily.

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